AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

STRESS AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A small, positive event such as setting a new high score on your favorite video game is an example of a(n) ____
A
Uplift
B
Perceived control
C
Therapy Session
D
Relaxation acceptance
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Secondary Appraisal If a person determines that an event is dangerous, they start to think about how they will be able to handle the stress of the event. This thinking is referred to as secondary appraisal. People evaluate the financial, psychological, and social support resources available to them during this stage.

Detailed explanation-2: -Stress responses help your body adjust to new situations. Stress can be positive, keeping us alert, motivated and ready to avoid danger. For example, if you have an important test coming up, a stress response might help your body work harder and stay awake longer.

Detailed explanation-3: -A stressor is anything that causes the release of stress hormones. There are two broad categories of stressors: Physiological (or physical) stressors and Psychological Stressors.

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